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I have often tried to describe in so many different ways why I love street photography so much above any other style, but then come moments to me in the streets that redefine it all for me, the whole love affair. Today, I received this incredible gift, a window opened, a moment magically presented itself and I was showered with an overwhelming emotion at the magic of it all. A shabby alley in a condemned neighborhood of Shanghai, perhaps a month away from certain demolition, a little girl with an angelic face, an old worn out leather sofa juxtaposed on the side of the alley in a most unusual place, an old bike nearby and her face searching mine making time stop, and me with a heart beating very fast raising my camera to try and capture magic through the lens and knowing it will be an image I would treasure for the rest of my life.
When it all falls into place[/caption]
I have often tried to describe in so many different ways why I love street photography so much above any other style, but then come moments to me in the streets that redefine it all for me, the whole love affair. Today, I received this incredible gift, a window opened, a moment magically presented itself and I was showered with an overwhelming emotion at the magic of it all. A shabby alley in a condemned neighborhood of Shanghai, perhaps a month away from certain demolition, a little girl with an angelic face, an old worn out leather sofa juxtaposed on the side of the alley in a most unusual place, an old bike nearby and her face searching mine making time stop, and me with a heart beating very fast raising my camera to try and capture magic through the lens and knowing it will be an image I would treasure for the rest of my life.
11 responses to “Those defining moments”
A truly beautiful moment Mimo.. thank you so much for sharing it with us..
How they capture me, the little girl’s eyes.
Truly gorgeous.
Renders me speechless
Thank you Brendan. It was that kind of moment for me
I can see why you will treasure this image. It’s beautiful and has so much heart.
Thanks Robin!
I very much see why you will treasure this photo. It is more than wonderful.
Thank you so much!
I’m glad I was with you. I felt what you were feeling and I knew you got it. I love this photo so much!!
I was glad to share this with you too!! Hopefully more soon!